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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Officials review J'khand Odia-medium schools
1 2 Keonjhar: A group of officials from the district education office, Keonjhar, reviewed the condition of Odia-medium schools in Jharkhand on Tuesday after the Utkal Sammilani, Jharkhand, moved the Odisha govt over non-payment of assistance to these schools. The sammilani has said the teachers continue to teach despite not receiving salaries since two years. Separate teams visited Odia-medium schools in West Singhbhum and Sadheikala Kharsuan districts. "As per the govt's direction, we sent officials to study the condition of schools, collect data on the number of students and teachers. A report will be submitted to the government," said Purnachandra Bariha, district education officer, Keonjhar. One team led by additional district education officer, Keonjhar, Shrikant Kumar Jena visited Odia Primary School, Deogaon, Odia Primary School ,Kolchakada, Adarsh Madhya Vidyalaya, Deogaon (Kendo), Odia Middle School, Old Basti, Utkaramik Madhya Vidyalaya, Jola, among others in West Singhbhum district. Similarly, in Sadheikala-Kharsuan district, another team headed by Rudra Narayan Samal, additional district education officer, Kendujhar, visited schools. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Keep Compliance Easy With These Identity Governance Tools AskLayers Learn More Undo The team members discussed with teachers engaged by Utkal Sammilani about Odia studies and examinations in the presence sammilani's education inspectors Saroj Pradhan in West Singhbhum and Sushil Kumar Sadangi in Sadheikala-Kharsuan. The sammilani's Sadheikala-Kharsuan district president Sumant Chandra Mohanty was also present. According to Utkal Sammilani, Jharkhand, there are 118 Odia-speaking schools in the state and 154 Odia teachers are teaching 5,000 children in those. However, they are receiving salaries through financial grants from the Odisha govt but due to lack of grants, they have not received salaries for 2020-21 and 2024-25, said Pradhan. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
On Madhubabu's birth anniv, CM pledges for Odisha's prosperity
Bhubaneswar/Cuttack: CM Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday commemorated the birth anniversary of Utkal Gourav Madhusudan Das , pledging to realise his dream of a prosperous Odisha by 2036. Speaking at a state-level celebration at Jayadev Bhavan, organised by the department of information and public relations, the chief minister highlighted Madhubabu's pioneering role in establishing Odia identity and pride. "Madhubabu was not just the first Odia graduate or the first to study law abroad, he was the architect of modern Odisha," said Majhi. He highlighted Madhubabu's crucial role in forming Utkal Sammilani, which ultimately led to the creation of the state of Odisha in 1936. The govt announced a significant development initiative worth Rs 21 crore for Satyabhamapur, Madhubabu's birthplace. The CM ordered the preparation of a detailed project report for further development of the memorial site. Additionally, plans are underway to transform the historic Utkal Tannery into a monument. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dieser Nagelpilz-Mini-Laser sorgt für Aufregung Apotheken Aktuell Mehr erfahren Undo Odisha Assembly of Small and Medium Enterprises (OASME), meanwhile, has submitted a memorandum to Odia language, literature and culture minister Suryabanshi Suraj, demanding the installation of Madhusudan's statue at Madhupatna Square. "Madhubabu was a pioneering figure in Odisha's history, known for his role in shaping the state's destiny. His vision and leadership continue to inspire generations," said Satwik Swain, secretary general of OASME. The organisation emphasised on the urgent need to recognise Madhubabu's contributions to Odisha's economic and cultural development.
